October weather forecast
Willow Lake, SD

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Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another fresh autumn month in Willow Lake, South Dakota, with temperature in the range of an average low of 39°F (3.9°C) and an average high of 54.3°F (12.4°C).

Temperature

The shift from September to October is characterized by a clear decrease in the average high-temperature, reducing from an agreeable 71.6°F (22°C) to a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C). Nighttime temperatures in October average to a cold 39°F (3.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

Rainfall

In October, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout October, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Willow Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.3 days and collects up to 18.78" (477mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Willow Lake, during the entire year, snow falls for 64.3 days and aggregates up to 17.56" (446mm) of snow.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day is 10h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of October, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Willow Lake, the average sunshine in October is 6h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index in Willow Lake is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in October transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in October?

October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 54.3°F (12.4°C) and a low-temperature of 39°F (3.9°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the least humid months?

The months with the lowest humidity are September and October, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in October?

In Willow Lake, the average relative humidity in October is 68%.

How many days does it rain in October?

In Willow Lake, during October, the rain falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 2.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in October?

The average day length in October is 10h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in October?

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 7:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 6:20 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Willow Lake have in October?

In Willow Lake, the average sunshine duration in October is 6h.

How high is the UV index in October?

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average temperature in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average high temperature in October: 54.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 39°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°F).

Average pressure in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average pressure in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average pressure in October: 29.98"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and February (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average wind speed in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average wind speed in October: 11.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.5mph).

Average humidity in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average humidity in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average humidity in October: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (68%).

Average rainfall in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average rainfall in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall in October: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.19").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.59").

Average rainfall days in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average rainfall days in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average rainfall days in October: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average snowfall in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.94"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average snowfall days in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average snowfall days in October: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average sunshine days in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average sunshine days in October: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.3 days).

Average UV index in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average UV index in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average UV index in October: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average cloud cover in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average cloud cover in October: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in October
Willow Lake, SD

Average visibility in October - Willow Lake, SD
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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